While the primary mission of the RCMP Veterans’ Association is to provide a network of support for former employees of the Royal Canadian Mounted Police and their families, we also recognize the significance of keeping our community informed and engaged. News and Updates Page serves as an extension of our commitment to fostering a well-rounded and knowledgeable community.
Here you will find a number of posts of interest, about providing our membership and the RCMP Veterans Community with information that will help them manage their life after the RCMP. These will include news articles, bulletins, communiques and requests for assistance on various topics. As you browse our content, remember that your participation is encouraged. Share your thoughts and contribute to the growth of our collective understanding. Your perspective matters, and we’re excited to have you as part of our informed and engaged RCMP Veterans community.
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RGM and AGM Documents
RGM Minutes December 8, 2020 AGM Reports 2018 Nomination Committee 2017 Nomination Committee Agendas December 10, 2019 Minutes: Draft December 10, 2019 December 11, 2018 Minutes: Final December 12, 2017 December 13, 2016
Acting RCMP Commissioner’s Statement Respecting PM’s Apology to LGBTQ2 Canadians
On Tuesday, November 28, Acting Commissioner Daniel Dubeau issued a Force-wide communique following the apology issued to LGBTQ2 Canadians by Prime Minister Justin Trudeau in the House of Commons earlier in the day. Acting Commissioner Dubeau's message is here below....
Déclaration du commissaire de la GRC par intérim concernant les excuses du premier ministre aux Canadiens et aux Canadiennes LGBTQ2
Le mardi 28 novembre 2017, le commissaire par intérim Daniel Dubeau a publié un communiqué à l'échelle de la Force à la suite des excuses présentées aux Canadiens LGBTQ2 par le premier ministre Justin Trudeau à la Chambre des communes plus tôt ce jour-là. La...
Update on Civilian Member Pay and Deeming
On Tuesday, November 28, Acting Commissioner Daniel Dubeau issued a Force-wide communique announcing that the deeming of RCMP Civilian Members and their transfer to the Phoenix pay system will be put on hold until further notice. Acting Commissioner Dubeau's message...
Le point sur la paye des membres civils et la conversion
Le mardi 28 novembre, le commissaire par intérim Daniel Dubeau a publié un communiqué à l'échelle de la Force annonçant que la présomption de membres civils de la GRC et leur transfert au système de paye de Phoenix seraient mis en attente jusqu'à nouvel ordre. Le...
Letter of condolence to Chief Constable Bob Rich, Abbotsford PD respecting death of Cst. John Davidson from RCMPVA president
The following letter of condolence has been sent by President Al Rivard to Chief Constable Bob Rich, Abbotsford Police Department, on the occasion of the death of Cst. John Davidson; killed in the line of duty on November 6, 2017. Letter of condolence...
New Gender and Harassment Advisory Committees
The RCMP will be implementing new Gender and Harassment Advisory Committees (http://infoweb.rcmp-grc.gc.ca/comm/com/ghac-ccesh/index-eng.htm) across all divisions, and one nationally. These Advisory Committees will provide advice to the Commissioner and Commanding...
Nouveaux comités consultatifs sur légalité des sexes et le harcèlement
La GRC va mettre sur pied de nouveaux comités consultatifs sur légalité des sexes et le harcèlement (http://infoweb.rcmp-grc.gc.ca/comm/com/ghac-ccesh/index-fra.htm) à léchelle nationale et divisionnaire. Ces comités offriront des conseils au commissaire et aux...
Minister Goodale’s response to RCMPVA offer re: Commissioner’s Selection Committee
The following letter was recently received from Minister Goodale in response to a letter from President Al Rivard regarding the appointment of a new Commissioner. Minister Goodale's Letter
100th Birthday Congratulations to S/Sgt. Mike Pepe (Rtd.)
The following letter was recently sent to RCMP Veterans, Association Life Member Michael Pepe from RCMPVA President Al Rivard on the occasion of his 100th birthday. 100th Birthday Congratulations Letter